StartUpPlus prepares to accelerate over one hundred startup ideas across various sectors at this year’s Startup Conference in Lagos, Nigeria.

StartUpPlus, a startup accelerator headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria convenes Startup Conference annually to power startups with practical strategies in relevant subjects. But this year’s conference comes in the wake of a deepening economic recession across the world. Africa has witnessed an eruption in the evolution of startups over the last two years with Nigeria more than doubling in the number of SMEs from 17 million in November 2014 to 37 million in December 2015; a witness to the huge need for funding ideas.

Startup Conference Lagos 2016 themed, Cashflow 2.0 - funding ideas, is intended to teach entrepreneurs how to build “fundable” startups and how to find funding for their ideas through creative funding options. The Executive Director, Adeleke David Adekunle, hinted that “Startup Conference seeks to impart participants with fundamental principles for getting their ideas funded without risking energy loss and the trademark “hypertension” that accompanies bank loans.”

Saturday, 16 April 2016

“Superstar producer Masterkraft teams up with Vector and CDQ on his latest collaborative single titled, “Abo.“Listeners will appreciate the songs reminiscence and fusion of old school hip hop and soul. Fast rising talent CDQ continues to prove his unique versatility and flair in rap alongside one of Nigeria’s finest rappers, Vectorthe viper.Both acts have done justice to yet another innovatory sound produced by Masterkraft.ENJOY!”

Talented hitmaking producer, WizzyPro, released his debut album – Lord of the Sounds– sometime last month. I finally got a chance to listen to tracks off his debut effort, and I’m quite impressed! The major highlight is the performance of Dr Jazz who is featured on at least 10 songs.

“While everyone’s been sitting tight, waiting for Yung L‘s highly anticipated ‘album to drop, a new Mr Marley track has appeared online.The song, called HIGH-LIFE, gives a sensual dancehall vibe.It’s unclear whether these track will make the album, but enjoy and share.”

Here’s the first official single off Legendary rapper Modenine‘s 8th solo album “Insulin“. The lead track “My Country” features Abuja based talented artistes, Amuta Stone andUchiethe African Rockstar. The joint is produced by Chordless.

Davido officially unveils the first artist signed under the Davido Music Worldwideimprint, Mayorkun!

“At 5;26pm on February 1 2016, MaYorKun tweeted a 10 seconds video of himself singing the chorus of Davido’s smash hit – ‘The Money’ featuring Olamide, From that moment; His life changed! David spotted his talent and signed him up immediately.MaYorKun is the latest addition to the HKN family and the first act under Davido Music Worldwide.On signing to the Davido Worldwide Music & the HKN family; MaYorKun said“Its a dream come true, Its time to show the world the talent Davido spotted in me & I am not relenting”Here’s his debut offering – ELEKO; Produced by PuffyTee & mixed by Suka Sounds, The video was directed & shot in Lagos by the raved Director Q.STRAIGHT FIRE!!! NOBODY TOUCHING THE NEW KID! ENJOY!”

Fresh off the movie-video for his hot single – Soldier, featuring Simi, Falz (Tha Bahd Guy) is seriously on a streak of form in the recent months. On this colossal collaboration, he feature two of Africa’s finest – Davido and Olamide, on this tune titled ‘Bahd Baddo Baddest‘, produced by Sess.

The movie-themed music video for the hit single, #OniReason by Aquila Records pop star Tilla (formerly known as Tillaman) and Sony Music International signed Davido, is now LIVE!

Shot on location in Lagos, Nigeria by Aquila Records’ preferred director Frizzle ‘N’ Bizzle, the action-packed flick sees Tilla & Davido reaching deeper into their creative selves to play the roles of randy neighborhood-watch policemen, with both acts executing their roles expertly in the humor-laced flick.

The song Oni Reason was produced by Kiddominant, mixed and mastered by Suka Sounds. It has steadily since its release become a fan favorite both on the dance-flooors and radio stations across Africa. The video is expected to make the pan-African tune even bigger on the continent as Tilla braces up to dish out more hit tunes within the calendar year.

One of such songs accompanies the release of this new video. Produced by Sammytex, mixed and mastered by Suka Sounds, the song titled “Anything” is one which will further cement Tilla‘s new pan-African sound. It is melodious, groovy, rhythmic and generally a great tune.

Cobhams Asuquo completely tranforms into a different character for his latest single featuring Falz.

“On the song, Cobhams takes on a comical yet gritty Ibadan impersonation to decry unjust treatment: “Don’t tell me boosit…I’m a human being, you can’t deceive me!” He teams up with Falz who deftly and pointedly drops line after line about family and societal injustices on the song’s thumping tick-tock beat.”

New Tune from Humblesmith featuring Flavour titled Jukwese. Lovely and creative highlife track that should blow up shortly.

Still riding on the wings a strong showing with Osinachi Remix featuring Davido, Pop Sensation, and N-Tyze Entertainment artiste, Humblesmith has decided to fly his soaring brand to new industry heights by dropping another highly listenable Single.
He calls it, Jukwese. And this time he features another top flight: Flavour Nabania.
“We just have to set Humblesmith’s career on airplane mode,” said Bob Kelly Ovie Williams, CEO N-Tyze Entertainment. “Our industry strategy for Humble is ‘to fly. To fly higher, and to keep flying.’ Osinachi began the flight, and while it’s still mid-flight, we have launched Jukwese – a song written and sang with passion by the combination our own Humblesmith and Flavour.”
Industry ears who have listened to Jukwese before its official release describe the song as a soon-to-be classic that’s endlessly playable.
Rightly so, Humblesmith’s red hot joint is percussion-soaked, cleverly-written, fluid, feel-good, and fresh enough to guarantee repeated listen.
Interestingly, “Jukwese means ‘ask around’,” Humblesmith says. “And if you ask around, you will be told Jukwese is more than my new single. It’s an expression. A dedication to my very true fans. Fans who enjoyed Osinachi so much, it became an on-Air regular, a DJ Favourite, a Club Hit, and a social media buzz. Now we are soaring to newer career altitudes with Jukwese… So, the song is for them. The true great fans.”
Deftly-produced by Mixsta Dimz, Jukwese (Humblesmith’s 4th single) is symphonically mixed with Live Guitar by Fiokee.

Talented R&B act Sojay – signed to Reminisce’s Les Roses Rouges (LRR) label – has just released his new EP tited “So Far” on iTunes and other digital platforms. The 10-track EP features previously released songs like “Say Something“, “Sugar Cane (featuring Reminisce)” and the controversial single “Fook You“.

As a lil bonus, listen to “Garawa” (a remix to the previously released song “Baby“) featuring Olamide.

“World Class DJ Vinnie drops another official single featuring Award winning Pop/R&B X3M Music Superstar PRAIZ titled “Hustle Go Pay“.This track “Hustle Go Pay” is a classic tune that is guaranteed to make every Hustler’s dreams come alive after the first listen.DJ Vinnie‘s highly anticipated album is already in the works and almost completed. The release date would be made soonest!Produced by 2JO. Mixed and Mastered By Indomix.Listen, Download and share your Thoughts.”

As we all know YBNL is a hitmaking factory, YBNL inhouse producer, B-banks has proved that he’s not just about keyboards and technicalities of music.B-banks has decided to give us something different from his norms. The last we heard of him was in POSSIBLE, a track Olamide featured him on in the STREET OT album, and a couple more.It doesn’t stop there, this one is a solo effort and it’s a melodious tune called “AJILOMOTOR”Download and enjoy.

Best known for his writing and production on anthems such as “The Matter” with Wizkid, “Baby Hello” by Wande Coal & much more, Maleek Berry‘s new release proves he’s more than two dimensional.

Having now established his reputation further after the success of his smash single “For My People” featuring UK rapper Sneakbo. Maleek Berry isn’t here to play games. He returns to the scene with not one but two exhilarating songs “On Fire” and “Kontrol”, both of which was written and produced by the man himself.

“On Fire” which was premiered by The Fader magazine is an interesting fusion of trap and afro-pop melodies, the use of London “twang” and hints of distinct Yoruba can be heard throughout this masterpiece. The catchy record has an energetic hook with Berry expressing the feeling of building a buzz, moving low key and stacking “lizzy” which is a UK slang term for 50 pound notes. “On Fire” is definitely set to cause some heat in the clubs and introduce listeners to Maleek’s extensive musical ear.

As if that wasn’t enough Maleek invites his fans to celebrate his originality and artistic expression with “Kontrol”, an afropop, party starter. The hype, melodic record exhibits Berry showing off the impact his roots have always had on his music, with sonic and melodic influences from Nigeria and Ghana, the right formula to make you dance with“Kontrol”!

Kida Kudz has been consistent with the releases in 2016, in that same vein he serves up the visuals to his previously heard single – “Awo Lor” as we await the release of his collaboration with next rated act – Reekado Banks

Here’s a snapshot of the future of Naija/Afro Hip-Hop and Afropop. Wizkid’s Starboy actL.A.X, Davido’s new signing Dremo, and Tinny Entertainment next-rated rapstar Yceeteam up on this Legendury beatz produced jam titled “Ole“.

Saturday, 9 April 2016

D'maker is here with is first official single of the year. He decidedto drop this song after series of calls from is teaming fans, heemploy the service of Small doctor in this new single titled BeninGirls. this song is one for the street. D'maker is one artiste weshould all look out for in 2016, As he is on his way to stardom andset to release his sizzling new tracks to sweep us off our feet.Produced by Playboy tunes.

Multiple Radio O.A.P and Club DJ EqualizA is here with not only the dopest compilation but also the hottest arrangement of contemporary Nigerian music cutting across different Genres from Hip-Hop to Dance-Hall. You could only imagine this before now but guess what! Akwa Ibom's independent DJ EqualizA, the Atlantic104.5FM Uyo's #Nitegroove / UniUyo100.7FM's #HipHopLounge host known for analyzing Hip-Hop music on Radio made it possible and here is the best part,... You can also download this mobile Gbedu wey dey burst Brain on here and its absolutely FREE!!!DOWNLOAD HERE

After releasing their first single “Where The Money” earlier this year, the group – consisting of rappers Ozone, P-Shyn, Ace, Vic, Geezy, Jephon, Pitch and Debo – are back with the lengthy tune “Delta Force.”

The single shows off what many already know: these guys can rap. They’re something like a Wu Tang Clan – with different types of flow, different dialects and other nuances highlighting their sound.

Listening to their second single, verses by Pitch (one of the best rappers you’ve never heard of – yet) and Ozone stand out, while Vic’s slow drawl on the hook keeps it interesting.

“Delta Force” comes ahead of the group’s debut mixtape of the same name, due out in a few weeks.

After releasing their first single “Where The Money” earlier this year, the group – consisting of rappers Ozone, P-Shyn, Ace, Vic, Geezy, Jephon, Pitch and Debo – are back with the lengthy tune “Delta Force.”

The single shows off what many already know: these guys can rap. They’re something like a Wu Tang Clan – with different types of flow, different dialects and other nuances highlighting their sound.

Listening to their second single, verses by Pitch (one of the best rappers you’ve never heard of – yet) and Ozone stand out, while Vic’s slow drawl on the hook keeps it interesting.

“Delta Force” comes ahead of the group’s debut mixtape of the same name, due out in a few weeks.